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FBI and South Korea warn of Gunra ransomware targeting critical infrastructure worldwide

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Published 2026-08-10 19:13 UTCUpdated 2026-08-11 09:16 UTC
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FBI, South Korea warn of Gunra ransomware gang targeting critical infrastructure
The Record (Recorded Future News) · News · therecord.media · 2026-08-10 19:30 UTC
Overview

U.S. and South Korean cybersecurity agencies have issued a joint warning about the Gunra ransomware gang, which exploits vulnerabilities in Fortinet and Schneider Electric firewalls to breach critical infrastructure and government networks globally.

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FortinetSchneider ElectricGunra#StopRansomwareChris Butera
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Why now
  • Recent alerts reveal Gunra's expanding global operations and sophisticated tactics.
  • Exploitation of Fortinet and Schneider Electric flaws shows attackers leveraging known vulnerabilities.
  • The advisory supports ongoing efforts like #StopRansomware to strengthen network defenses worldwide.
Why it matters
  • Gunra ransomware targets critical infrastructure, risking disruption to essential services globally.
  • The group exploits known firewall vulnerabilities, highlighting the need for timely patching and defense.
  • Joint U.S. and South Korean warnings emphasize international cooperation against ransomware threats.
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Topic mix: lowPromo risk: lowSource quality: medium
Recurring claims
  • Gunra ransomware exploits vulnerabilities in Fortinet and Schneider Electric firewalls to breach critical infrastructure networks.
  • Gunra operates as a ransomware-as-a-service group recruiting ethical hackers and using tools linked to North Korean hackers.
  • Gunra targets a wide range of sectors globally including healthcare, financial services, government, manufacturing, and utilities.
How sources frame it
  • U.S. And South Korean Cybersecurity Agencies: neutral
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Gunra Ransomware Exploits Fortinet and Schneider Electric Flaws to Breach Networks
thehackernews · thehackernews.com · 2026-08-11 09:16 UTC
FBI, South Korea warn of Gunra ransomware gang targeting critical infrastructure
The Record (Recorded Future News) · therecord.media · 2026-08-10 19:30 UTC
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